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What is the purpose of Contributing Code to MySQL?

Lenka Kasparova-OracleMay 18 2015 — edited Dec 7 2022

From our own perspective, the purpose of   is:

  • to drive more fixes by the community to simple bugs, i.e. fix more bugs quicker
  • to get more contributions in the form of new features, i.e. offer more features for our users
  • to breed a larger recruitment base of developers familiar with MySQL both for our users and ourselves

What are the benefits to the developer contributing to MySQL?

We believe that people contributing to MySQL are somehow scratching their own itch. Likely reasons why developers contribute to MySQL are

  • to avoid having to maintain their patch, which they wrote just in order to fix their own problem with MySQL
  • to increase their market value for recruitments, not just by Oracle but by any company
  • to get feedback and users for their projects, by using MySQL as the wide-spread fundamental of their (academic, research) project

We acknowledge that especially Category 1 people (and companies) consider all administrative work to be bureaucracy. This is why we keep the paperwork and legalese to a minimum.

What are the terms of the OCA?

Contributors are required to sign the Oracle Contributor Agreement (OCA) when contributing code to Oracle. The OCA is a short legal agreement which protects both you as a contributor and Oracle from legal attack. By signing the OCA, you agree that Oracle is legally allowed to use your code in Oracle software and that the code is, to the best of your knowledge, unencumbered by any patent issues. Here you can find some Legal help.

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Hello,

I want to learn more about what is the process to contribute to MySQL team as C++ developer, Thanks.

Hello,

I want to learn more about what is the process to contribute to MySQL team as C++ developer, Thanks.

Hello,

so sorry for the delay in responding.

You first need to sign a Oracle Contribution Agreement (OCA) - http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/community/oca-486395.html in order you to get in the list of Oracle's contributors.

You need to create an account in our bug system: https://bugs.mysql.com/ .

Once those two steps are done, you can contribute either by submitting a bug in our bug system of using the GitHub (please provide your GitHub name when you submit the OCA).

These are the process steps, if you have any technical questions, then please share it and I will help you to get an answer.

thank you,

-Lenka

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Contributing code to MySQL, which is an open-source relational database management system, serves several important purposes:

1. **Improving MySQL's Functionality and Performance:**

  • By contributing code, developers can enhance the functionality and performance of MySQL. This can include adding new features, optimizing existing ones, or fixing bugs.

2. **Community Collaboration:**

  • MySQL is developed collaboratively by a community of contributors. Contributing code allows developers to actively participate in this community, share their expertise, and collaborate with other like-minded individuals.

3. **Addressing Issues and Bugs:**

  • Open-source projects often benefit from the diverse skills of contributors who can identify and fix issues or bugs. By contributing code, developers help ensure the stability and reliability of MySQL.

4. **Keeping MySQL Up-to-Date:**

  • Technology evolves rapidly, and MySQL needs to stay current to meet the demands of modern applications. Contributing code helps keep MySQL up-to-date with the latest industry standards, best practices, and technological advancements.

5. **Customization and Specialized Features:**

  • Organizations or individuals with specific needs can contribute code to MySQL to implement custom features or functionalities tailored to their requirements. This flexibility is a key advantage of open-source software.

6. **Quality Assurance:**

  • A large and active community of contributors helps in identifying and fixing issues through rigorous testing and quality assurance processes. This collective effort enhances the overall reliability of MySQL.

7. **Learning and Skill Development:**

  • Contributing to an open-source project like MySQL provides developers with valuable learning opportunities. It allows them to work on real-world projects, understand the intricacies of a complex system, and improve their coding skills.

8. **Building a Reputation:**

  • Actively contributing to a widely used and respected open-source project can enhance a developer's professional reputation. It showcases their skills, commitment, and ability to work collaboratively within a community.

9. **Supporting the Open-Source Ecosystem:**

  • Contributing to MySQL aligns with the principles of the open-source ecosystem. It promotes the sharing of knowledge, code, and resources for the benefit of the broader community.

In summary, contributing code to MySQL is not just about adding features or fixing bugs; it's about actively participating in a community-driven effort to create a robust, efficient, and continually evolving database management system. It's a collaborative process that brings together developers with diverse skills and perspectives to improve and maintain a critical piece of open-source infrastructure. CHECK

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